Joe Germanotta – the owner of Joanne Trattoria and father of Lady Gaga – has just announced a new series of free drag performances taking place at his Italian restaurant at 70 West 68th Street, between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West.
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The first weekly performance of “Drag Me To Joanne’s” will take place on Valentine’s Day and will be hosted by Jupiter Genesis.
Per a press release, “the show will rotate New York’s best drag artists from week to week (and yes, there will be ample Lady Gaga action).”
There’s no cover charge; you’ll just have to pay for your food.
They’ve done a few of these shows over the last few months, but now they’ll be free and will take place on a regular basis.
“Drag Me To Joanne’s has been a staple here at Joanne Trattoria over the last few months and we’re beyond thrilled to not only make it a weekly show, but a free show,” said Mr. Germanotta. “Where else in this city can you enjoy a terrific free drag show and authentic Italian food?”
The full lineup can be viewed on OpenTable; so far, three Wednesdays are scheduled.
Doors open at 6 p.m. and performances run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The opening night “will feature performances by special guests MARIYEA and Angel Au,” with later February shows to feature Lana Ja’Rae, Paloma and Blair Bitch.
